Nando's Forest Lake

Nando's Forest Lake is an Afro-Portuguese chain restaurant located in Forest Lake, Queensland.

The restaurant is known for serving flame-grilled chicken in spicy chili sauce. The heart and soul of Nando's is PERi-PERi, a spice that has been used for centuries by the people of Southeast Africa to bring fire to their food. Nando's was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, making it a mashup between Portuguese and African cuisines. The restaurant was founded in 1987 by Portuguese-born Fernando Duarte and South African-born Robert Brozin. By 1989, the restaurant had three outlets in Johannesburg and one in Portugal. As of 2017, there are over 1,000 Nando's locations in 35 countries. Nando's Forest Lake offers a casual dining experience with a distinct Portuguese flavor. The restaurant's menu features a variety of flame-grilled chicken dishes, including burgers, wraps, and salads. Customers can choose from a range of PERi-PERi sauces, including mild, medium, hot, and extra hot. The restaurant also offers a selection of sides, such as chips, coleslaw, and corn on the cob. For drinks, Nando's Forest Lake serves a range of soft drinks, juices, and iced teas.